Overview

Computer Science Introduction serves as the software engineering and algorithmic foundation of computer science. This module explores fundamental data structures, classical algorithmic paradigms (Divide & Conquer, Dynamic Programming, Greedy, Graph Algorithms), programming language semantics across C and C++ (templates, STL, memory semantics), and general software design principles.


Core Book Modules

1. Algorithms

Fundamental algorithmic design paradigms, asymptotic analysis, recursive problem-solving, graph traversal, shortest path algorithms, network flows, and linear programming optimization.

2. Data Structures

Abstract Data Types (ADTs), sequential structures, self-balancing search trees (AVL, Red-Black), heap priority queues, hashing architectures, string search automata, and information compression algorithms.

3. Programming Concepts & Languages

Core language mechanisms, scalar primitive types, number theory systems, C language syntax, and modern C++ metaprogramming (templates, lambdas, and the Standard Template Library).

4. Software Engineering

Software design patterns, architectural paradigms, code maintainability, testing strategies, and practical software lifecycle practices.